Mohamed Abdi

Assisted doctors and surgeons in the following medical and surgical areas:

1. Trauma and orthopedics patients.

2. Emergency surgery for women-life savings C-sections and emergency care for women.

3. Restorative women surgery bringing the hope back to the women who have been scarred and castaway due to obstetric fistula.

As a nurse through holistic patient care, collaborative team work, knowledge application, patient education and ethical practice ensured my roles was well executed in the following ways:

• Utilized therapeutic communication in demonstrating timely communication on patient and family needs,
• Developed and implemented an individualized plan of care which reflected the standards of care based on best practice and evidence based medicine,
• Provided a comprehensive patient assessment to obtain information on medical conditions and surgical risks.
• Completed preparation of operating room settings.
• Maintained a sterile field and instruments, assisting the surgical team, monitoring the patient's vital signs, and directly assisting in the surgical procedure.
• Monitored patient's conditions, noted changes in status, utilized judgement and took appropriate action.
• Assisted the patients to achieve optimal, physical, mental and psychosocial functioning to promote their ability to adapt and adjust to living as independently and safely as possible.
• Provided and documented necessary patient or family education in support of the interdisciplinary treatment plan.
• Provided quality care in an efficient and cost effective manner.
• Assisted in post operative care for best surgical outcomes including prompt pain control, assessment of the surgical site, and drainage tubes, intravenous access, monitoring the rate and patency of intravenous fluids, and medications, and assessing the patient level of sensation, circulation and safety.
• Helped patients regain their mobility and strength during recovery through assisting with early mobilization, proper pain control, and education on: surgical progression, how to recuperate at home, and proper positioning and device use, range of motion exercises, and physical therapy to prevent complication.
• Promoted collaborative practice and relationship with other health care professionals by focusing on patient's needs, status and outcomes.
• Consulted with the medical provider in planning resident's care, treatment and rehabilitation as necessary.
• Documented patient care participation and information accurately, concisely and in a timely manner.
• Actively engaged in communication, feedback, and conflict resolution to build and maintain an environment that fostered open communication, patient's and family -centered care and collegial relationships.
• Updated the nursing director on the status of patients and other related matters as needed through written or oral reports.

• Admitted and discharged patient's per physicians order.
• Assessed resident's needs and health status through physical assessments, observations, and interviews on continuing bases.
• Provided individual attention which encouraged each resident's ability to attain the highest physical, mental and psychosocial well-being.
• Developed and followed the resident's plan of care. Updating and making appropriate changes in plans of care whenever necessary.
• Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
• Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
• Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
• Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
• Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
• Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
• Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
• Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
• Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
• Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
• Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
• Coordinated discharge planning efforts with social workers, case managers, and other multidisciplinary team members for smooth transitions to a nursing homes or home settings.
• Enhanced pain control and management through application of various pain control measures.
• Provided direct nursing care to resident's whenever necessary and according to established nursing policies, procedures, and standards.
• Performed nursing tasks and medical procedures requiring nursing knowledge, judgement and skills.
• Emergency referrals as necessary.
• Provided accurate documentation in the resident's electronic medical record according to established nursing policies, procedures and standards.
• Assisted in training of new team members.
• Reported resident's needs, and observations regarding resident's condition to attending physician.
• Ensured adequate staffing levels for a scheduled shifts, and correcting inadequate staffing appropriately.
• Monitored the activities and functions of patient care attendants.
• Provided information, education, and support for assigned resident's and their families.
• Provided emotional support to patient's and families.
• Interacted with physicians and other health care facilities as needed according to the needs of the patients.
• Continuously updated my nursing skills and knowledge by attending in-services, continuing education programs, and staff meetings.
• coordinated and participated in resident's care conferences and communicating information effectively to families.
• Assumed responsibilities for promptly reporting any incidents or evidence of abuse, neglect, or violation of resident's right per policy.
• Occasionally carried out or assisted with other tasks in addition to the assigned duties.

• Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
• Devised individualized care plans tailored to each patient's unique situation, optimizing clinical outcomes.
• Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Maintained clear, concise, and accurate patient records.
• Tracked patient pain management plans, nutritional regimes, and changes in patient mental health.
• Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
• Served as a liaison between physicians and patients'' families to facilitate clear communication regarding treatment options and progress updates.
• Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a supportive work environment and improved retention rates.
• Provided emotional support to patients during challenging times, fostering a sense of trust and rapport that contributed to better overall wellbeing.
• Oversaw delivery of care for patients, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, nursing assistants, and unit clerks.
• Implemented infection control measures within the unit, maintaining a safe environment for both patients and staff members.
• Managed complex cases of critically ill patients, ensuring optimal treatment plans were executed effectively.
• Provided advice and emotional support to patients and their families.
• Monitored patient's vital signs and noting abnormal values, utilizing judgement and taking appropriate actions if necessary.
• Demonstrated leadership skills in the clinical settings for delivery of quality patient care.
• Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.

• Provided direct nursing care to patients through the nursing process.
• Met physical, psychosocial, spiritual, and environmental needs of patients and families using the nursing process and critical thinking skills.
• Provided patient advocacy through therapeutic patient- nurse relationship to protect patient's rights.
• Educated patient and families about illnesses, treatments, medications and rehabilitation needs.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to work towards best patient outcome.
• Provided medical care, including but not limited to, health and nutrition screening, diagnostic testing, intravenous access and therapies, minor surgeries like foreign body removal and boys circumcision, wound care and management of acute and chronic illnesses.
• Monitored staffing needs and correcting shortages where necessary.
• Provided maternal and child care services including, prenatal care, delivery and post partum care, assessment of newborn babies, immunization and follow up where necessary.
• Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
• Referred patient's timely to the district hospital as necessary.

• Provided direct nursing care to clients and families using the nursing process and critical thinking skills.
• Provided general healthcare delivery activities including undertaking nutrition and health screening, treatment of minor illnesses at outreach level, medication administration, micronutrient supplementation, deworming and immunization.
• Allocated duties to other staff members, communication within the organization, delegation, dispute resolution, micronutrient and medications stock request and accountability, sending monthly reports to the department of medical health.
• Ensured that any client requiring further medical assistance including those with malnutrition and medical complications are referred in accordance with protocols.
• Ensured monthly growing monitoring of all clients.
• Documented clients records concisely and accurately in their registers.
• Provided health and nutrition counseling and education to mothers and caretakers at community outreach sites in areas of operation.

• Assessed patient's conditions promptly upon admission to the program to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
• Managed care from admission to the program to discharge.
• Provided general health care delivery activities including undertaking health and nutrition screening, management of minor illnesses at outreach level, micronutrient supplementation, deworming and immunization.
• Ensured that any beneficiary requiring further medical assistance including those with malnutrition and illnesses requiring further management are referred in accordance with protocols.
• Ensured monthly growings of all clients.
• Provided health and nutrition counseling and education to mothers and caretakers at community outreach sites in areas of operation.
• Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
• Provided emotional support to patients and families during challenging times, fostering a sense of trust and rapport that contributed to better overall wellbeing.
• Updated patient charts with objective data such as heights, weights, and body mass index, medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
• Managed patient caseloads effectively, ensuring timely interventions and thorough follow-ups to mitigate potential complications.
• Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
• Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
• Oversaw delivery of care for patients on health and nutrition programs, providing direct care, delegating staffs assignments and supervising team comprised of nutrition clerks, and community health workers.

• Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to the nutrition program to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
• Provided health care delivery services including undertaking health and nutrition screening for under five years, pregnant and lactating mothers, management of minor illnesses at outreach level, micronutrient supplementation, deworming and immunization.
• Ensured that every child attending the blanket supplementary feeding program receives routine medication, including vitamin A, deworming, and measles immunization during distribution.
• Mobilized communities prior to blanket supplementary feeding program distribution.
• Managed the program stock and preparation of reports at field level.
• Led other members of the team in ensuring the goals of the program are being achieved.
• Ensured financial expenditures at field level are well utilized and accounted for.
• Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
• Developed strong relationships with patient's families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care.
• Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
• Managed care from admission to discharge.
• Managed patient caseloads effectively, ensuring timely interventions and thorough follow-ups to mitigate potential complications.
• Streamlined documentation processes to ensure accurate record-keeping and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Championed quality improvement initiatives within the unit by identifying areas for improvement and implementing evidence-based strategies.
• Oversaw delivery of care for patients on outreach services, providing direct care, delegating assignments and supervising team comprised of nutrition clerks, and community health workers.
• Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
• Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
• Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
• Timely referral of clients needing further medical intervention.